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Gracie Barra Huntsville
4.9 ★★★★★ 55 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Huntsville, Alabama
Part of Gracie Barra
Affiliated academy — reviews and the gym's own info point to a recognized BJJ lineage or affiliation (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance, Atos or Checkmat). If lineage matters to you, ask which affiliation the academy belongs to and under whom the head instructor earned their black belt.
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule graciebarrahuntsville.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (256) 797-5853
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 6–7:30 AM, 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Thursday | 6–7:30 AM, 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–1 PM |
The classes they run
“Jiu Jitsu has changed my life for the better, given me something to share with my children for the rest of our lives, and truly is for everyone of all ages and ability.”
“As a 36 year old female, I have attended the female only class, and have developed a strong sense of confidence and made many life-long friends along the way.”
“The classes are approachable even for complete beginners, and there is a friendly, welcoming, and positive gym culture.”
What members say
“Professor Helen and Professor Jimmie have grown such an amazing community in just 4 years and I don’t see it slowing down anytime soon.”
“The classes are approachable even for complete beginners, and there is a friendly, welcoming, and positive gym culture.”
“As a 5th degree Brazilian jiu jitsu black belt I highly recommend GB Huntsville for anyone looking to learn authentic jiu jitsu on a fun, friendly and safe environment.”
“They are wonderful instructors whom take the time to work with students to teach new techniques and critique as necessary to help students become their very best.”
“My daughter has gained so much confidence, discipline, and resilience since starting.”
“If you ask anyone what’s the best part of Jiu Jitsu the answer is going to be the community and Gracie Huntsville truly embodies that.”
From the reviews
Exceptional School! I had been looking for a Gracie Barra to open in Huntsville for several years. I wanted to recommend a good martial arts program for my grand children. I'm so glad they opened. My two grandchildren have been here for about 8 months and results are fantastic. The owners/instructors are extraordinary.
Phenomenal school with extremely talented, knowledgeable, and well rounded professors and coaches. My two sons (ages 6 & 10) and I train here and have been treated like family by everyone from the moment that we walked through the door.
This is a solid place to take your kids for Jui Jitsu lessons. The instructors are great and I can tell they have lots of patience in dealing with kids. I took my daughter there!
An absolutely beautiful school lead by two amazing professors prof Helen and prof Jimmy. Great jiu jitsu with programs for everyone. As a 5th degree Brazilian jiu jitsu black belt I highly recommend GB Huntsville for anyone looking to learn authentic jiu jitsu on a fun, friendly and safe environment.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Barra Huntsville
Gracie Barra Huntsville comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first BJJ class at Gracie Barra Huntsville
Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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